Admixture Tech II- Float-McKinney/Allen/Frisco
The US Oncology Network, Mckinney, TX, United States
Overview
Texas Oncology
is looking for a
Pharmacy/Admixture Technician
to join our team. This is a
FLOAT
position supporting the
McKinney North, McKinney South, Allen, Frisco and Frisco West
locations. Most of the time will be between Allen and McKinney. Hours are 8:30a–5:00p, Monday–Friday.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve better outcomes. Join a team that invests in your future and offers opportunities for professional growth.
What does the Pharmacy/Admixture Tech do?
The Pharmacy Admixture Tech, under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist, works within a clinic admixture room or licensed pharmacy. The Tech performs technical, non-judgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. Tasks are subject to verification by a registered nurse or a registered pharmacist. The role supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Some state laws may regulate that only licensed individuals perform compounding or mixing responsibilities; hence, some incumbents may be prohibited from these tasks.
Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
Check all orders for completeness and verify patient information and proper physician authorization.
Admix drugs as ordered by a physician in an accurate and timely manner, adhering to department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
Calculate correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Assist in controlled substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal regulations.
Dispose of materials used in mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal law.
Clean hoods daily, check drugs monthly for outdates, and perform and document other quality assurance activities.
Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for protocol and patient assistance drugs.
Manage inventory appropriately, including proper documentation of inventory quantities, lot numbers and expiration dating when appropriate.
Provide support across the medication use continuum including label preparation, documentation, basic data entry, and pre-billing review, and order medications and supplies as directed.
Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admixture area and the pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.
Qualifications
Level 1
High School diploma or equivalent.
Entry level to three years experience in a pharmacy.
Level 2
(in addition to Level 1 requirements)
Minimum three to five years experience in a pharmacy with IV skills.
IV certification preferred.
Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended.
Level Sr
(in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements)
Minimum five to seven years of experience in a pharmacy with IV skills.
Oncology background preferred or extensive IV preparation experience.
Completion of an ASCP-accredited program or community college-based program recommended.
Competencies
Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up-to-date knowledge of the profession and industry; regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area.
Adaptability: Handles day-to-day challenges, adjusts to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; demonstrates resilience.
Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost-effective, and sound decisions, even under uncertainty.
Work Commitment: Sets high performance standards and works efficiently to achieve goals.
Quality Commitment: Emphasizes delivering quality products and services; defines standards for quality and evaluates against those standards.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Typical demands include full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, eye–hand coordination, reading and noting measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment
Work is performed in an office environment with regular exposure to direct patient contact and potential exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable performance of the essential functions.
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Texas Oncology
is looking for a
Pharmacy/Admixture Technician
to join our team. This is a
FLOAT
position supporting the
McKinney North, McKinney South, Allen, Frisco and Frisco West
locations. Most of the time will be between Allen and McKinney. Hours are 8:30a–5:00p, Monday–Friday.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve better outcomes. Join a team that invests in your future and offers opportunities for professional growth.
What does the Pharmacy/Admixture Tech do?
The Pharmacy Admixture Tech, under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist, works within a clinic admixture room or licensed pharmacy. The Tech performs technical, non-judgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. Tasks are subject to verification by a registered nurse or a registered pharmacist. The role supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Some state laws may regulate that only licensed individuals perform compounding or mixing responsibilities; hence, some incumbents may be prohibited from these tasks.
Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
Check all orders for completeness and verify patient information and proper physician authorization.
Admix drugs as ordered by a physician in an accurate and timely manner, adhering to department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
Calculate correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Assist in controlled substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal regulations.
Dispose of materials used in mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal law.
Clean hoods daily, check drugs monthly for outdates, and perform and document other quality assurance activities.
Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for protocol and patient assistance drugs.
Manage inventory appropriately, including proper documentation of inventory quantities, lot numbers and expiration dating when appropriate.
Provide support across the medication use continuum including label preparation, documentation, basic data entry, and pre-billing review, and order medications and supplies as directed.
Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admixture area and the pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.
Qualifications
Level 1
High School diploma or equivalent.
Entry level to three years experience in a pharmacy.
Level 2
(in addition to Level 1 requirements)
Minimum three to five years experience in a pharmacy with IV skills.
IV certification preferred.
Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended.
Level Sr
(in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements)
Minimum five to seven years of experience in a pharmacy with IV skills.
Oncology background preferred or extensive IV preparation experience.
Completion of an ASCP-accredited program or community college-based program recommended.
Competencies
Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up-to-date knowledge of the profession and industry; regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area.
Adaptability: Handles day-to-day challenges, adjusts to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; demonstrates resilience.
Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost-effective, and sound decisions, even under uncertainty.
Work Commitment: Sets high performance standards and works efficiently to achieve goals.
Quality Commitment: Emphasizes delivering quality products and services; defines standards for quality and evaluates against those standards.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Typical demands include full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, eye–hand coordination, reading and noting measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment
Work is performed in an office environment with regular exposure to direct patient contact and potential exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable performance of the essential functions.
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